​ABOUT

Peaks Central Asian Film Festival is dedicated to showcasing the rich and diverse cinematic heritage of Central Asia, aiming to challenge misinterpretations and fill in the gaps left by Western media. It provides a platform for filmmakers from Central Asia to share their stories and connect with a global audience, while also bringing the rich tapestry of Central Asian stories to the forefront.

2024 marked the debut of Peaks Central Asian Film Festival. Now in its second year, Peaks invites audiences from Toronto and beyond to immerse themselves in a meticulously curated shorts program. This event is not just a viewing experience but a cultural gathering, offering an array of films that span the diverse landscapes of Central Asia.

The festival recognizes the power of film as a medium that transcends borders, offering a glimpse into the diverse and vibrant cultures of the Central Asian region and serving as a platform for authentic storytelling. Our festival aims to showcase films from countries such as Afghanistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan, as well as regions designated by UNESCO as Central Asia.

MISSION
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Our artistic focus is to curate a diverse palette of films from the myriad of stories of this vast region  encapsulating the struggles, triumphs, cultures, and people. Through this celebration of Central Asian film, we aspire to form a mosaic of Central Asian narratives that are as diverse as the landscapes they originate from, offering a panoramic view into the region’s cultural, social, and historical fabric.